Instructional Design Intern: Cybersecurity Training & E-Learning

Nelnet, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Competitive pay

Casual dress

Flexible schedule

Intern-specific programming

Meaningful work experience

Job summary

CampusGuard, a Nelnet division, is seeking a motivated instructional design intern to assist in creating and maintaining cybersecurity, privacy, and compliance training materials. You will work with designers, product leaders, and compliance professionals through the full design lifecycle.

The internship offers mentorship, real-world portfolio work, and exposure to SaaS-based training solutions. Applicants should be pursuing a relevant degree and demonstrate strong communication and

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum & Instruction, Communications, Graphic Design, Marketing or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Creative problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Interest in technology and learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development of online learning modules and microlearning content.
• Create storyboards and instructional content outlines.
• Design learner interactions, knowledge checks, and assessments.
• Update existing training materials based on regulatory and industry changes.
• Support annual maintenance and review of course content.
• Create graphics, visual assets, infographics, and supporting materials.
• Assist with video production and narration coordination.
• Develop course elements using instructional development tools.
• Help maintain design standards and content consistency across the training library.
• Support SCORM course packaging and testing.
• Validate course functionality across various delivery environments.
• Participate in user acceptance testing and quality assurance reviews.
• Review training materials for accessibility compliance.
• Support WCAG and VPAT-related accessibility initiatives.
• Test course navigation, usability, and learner experience.
• Recommend enhancements to improve learner engagement and effectiveness.
• Research emerging trends in cybersecurity awareness training, instructional design, e-learning technologies, AI in learning, and adult learning strategies.
• Help identify innovative ways to improve learner engagement and training outcomes.
• Learn how SaaS-based training solutions are developed and managed.
• Participate in product discussions involving CampusGuard Online Training.
• Gain exposure to compliance frameworks such as PCIDSS, HIPAA, FERPA, GLBA, etc.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Creative problem-solving

Multitasking

Interest in technology and learning

Education

Instructional Design

Educational Technology

Curriculum & Instruction

Communications

Graphic Design

Marketing

Related field

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Video editing tools

LMS platforms

Graphic design software

AI tools

Accessibility concepts

Job description

CampusGuard, a Nelnet division, is seeking a motivated instructional design intern to assist in creating and maintaining cybersecurity, privacy, and compliance training materials. You will work with designers, product leaders, and compliance professionals through the full design lifecycle.

The internship offers mentorship, real-world portfolio work, and exposure to SaaS-based training solutions. Applicants should be pursuing a relevant degree and demonstrate strong communication and